UPDATE – this is edited, with corrections. ~ Mark
Costs ($$$) DURING a thru-hike?
In planning my 2013 thru-hike, I am trying to understand what money I need for what WHILE HIKING the Appalachian Trail.
* NOT including initial purchases or costs of:
CLOTHING
GEAR
HOME BILLS / Etc.
or TRAVEL to and from the trail *
What are the specifics that require money WHILE HIKING the entire 2184.2 miles of the Appalachian Trail? Anything that cost money during a thru-hike.
Updated List (with help from many, ty!)
ATM Charges
Batteries
Campsites & Shelters in the White Mountains
Clothing
Clothing repairs
Emergencies (health)
First aide supplies
Food resupply
Fuel
Gear
Gear fixes
Hygiene items (soap, toothpaste, toilet paper, etc.)
Laundry services / supplies
Lodging (hotels, hostels)
Mail drops (receiving)
Mailing bounce boxes
Mailing home supplies
Mailing postcards, gifts, etc...
Maps
Miscellaneous purchases (cards, books, etc)
Park Permits?
Phonecard / cell phone charges
Restaurants
Showers
Shuttles
Town entertainment (movie, alcohol, etc.)
Any additions you can think of?
Thank you all,
~ Mark